Rose-Avocado Pudding

Avocado as a dessert is not a new concept! In parts of the Caribbean, South America, and Morocco, avocado with a drizzle of honey (or filled in the pit-less well) is a staple for hot summer nights. It’s refreshing, it’s sweet, and it’s natural rich thanks to the beta-carotene and omega-3 fatty acids.

In southeast Asia, avocado is cubed and served over ice with a splash of condensed milk. Black and brown communities have been innovating since the beginning of time, using the fruit of the earth to satisfy every savory tastebud and sweet tooth known to man.

This recipe is inspired by my Puerto Rican and Moroccan heritage. Avocoado pudding was something I experimented with as a teen, and it’s come full circle. This version uses the staple essence, Rose Water, to add a beautiful medly of floral notes to this snack. Cinnamon and honey hold the flabors of the rose water together, while the avocado’s rich and creamy texture creates a palette for the perfect, quick, and delicious summer snack.

Rose Avocado Pudding

INGREDIENTS

• 1 and 1/2 medium, ripe Hass avocados

• 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

• 6 tablespoons milk of choice (I prefer oat milk)

• 1 teaspoon rose water (you can substitute with orange blossom water and/or vanilla extract)

• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

• pinch of sea salt

Garnishes

• coconut yogurt, to garnish

• fresh berries, to garnish

• flaky salt and/or cinnamon, to garnish

DIRECTIONS :

1. To begin, source the ripest avocados you can find. I like to refrigerate them before blending but room temperature avocados work as well. Remove the pits and add the avocado to a blender. Also, add the honey, milk of choice, rose water, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.

2. If the mixture is a little finicky with blending, add an additional 1 tablespoon of milk to help things get moving.

3. Blend all of the ingredients until creamy. Taste and adjust the seasoning per your liking (more sweetness, more cinnamon, etc)

4. Chill in the fridge or serve straight in a bowl. Garnish with coconut yogurt, fresh fruit, a dash of cinnamon, and flaky sea salt.

5. Enjoy your summer and dive in!